A heart-racing documentary portrait of Carl Boenish, the father of the BASE jumping movement, whose early passion for skydiving led him to ever more spectacular and dangerous feats of foot-launched human flight. Experience his jaw-dropping journey in life and love, to the pinnacle of his achievements when he and wife Jean broke the BASE jumping Guinness World Record in 1984 on the Norwegian ˜Troll Wall' mountain range. Incredibly, within days, triumph was followed by disaster. Told through a stunning mix of Carl's 16mm archive footage, well-crafted re-enactments and state-of-the-art aerial photography, Sunshine Superman will leave you breathless and inspired.
The Most Haunted team travel to more paranormal hotspots for live investigations...
'DINOSAUR REVOLUTION' combines the talent of the world's best dinosaur illustrators and animators with the latest paleontological research and the best of Hollywood storytelling. Presented with sparse narration and the latest cutting-edge animation and computer generated storytelling techniques, the series features never-before-seen intimate behaviours to illustrate the extraordinary life of dinosaurs, dropping viewers directly into the Prehistoric era. Learn about dinosaur mating habits, ju...
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In Autopsy: Gunthers ER controversial anatomist Dr Gunther von Hagens famous for his invention of tissue plastination and his elaborate human dissection exhibits explores the impact that accidents and assaults have on the human body while demonstrating what medical staff can do to try to preserve life. Using human cadavers he approaches his 'patients' in the manner of an emergency room doctor.
A treacherous stretch of the Bering Sea provides some nail-biting entertainment in this show from the Discovery Channel. Deadliest Catch follows eight fishing boats as they head out into the water to take advantage of the October Opilio crab fishing season and the January king crab season. The fierce nature of the Bering Sea brings much drama to the show as returning contestants Captain Sig Hansen of the Northwestern and Phil Harris of the Cornelia Marie go into battle with newcomer Blake Painter of the Maverick. The tension on board each boat rises to breaking point as the bold crews try to land the biggest haul making for compelling viewing as this complete collection of episodes from the third series unfolds.
"Dragonball: Evolution" is the long-awaited, live-action motion picture based on the popular Japanese manga created by Akira Toriyama.
No previous experience required -watch and learn how to expertly plaster walls and ceilings. Presented by Rick Bacon Includes: Measuring out cutting and fixing plaster board to walls and ceilings Taping joints Cutting and fixing angle beads arouns windows and reveals Preparing surfaces before plastering using bonding plaster and finishing plaster for a flat finish Mixing plastering materials Skimming walls Skimming ceilings
The Treasures of Athens & Olympia is a 3 part arts documentary series. This DVD contains all three episodes. The series narrated by Tim Marlow opens by looking at how 5th century Greece experienced the 'Great Awakening' in art and architecture and in the process became the source of Western civilisation. The second episode investigates how Greek art and architecture particularly painting developed both during the Byzantine period and in the 19th and 20th centuries. And how 'ne
This Steam Classics records the story of the restoration to main line steam work of one of Sir William Staniers magnificent Princess Coronation class Pacific s built for the London Midland and Scottish Railway, number 6233 Duchess of Sutherland . After a complete overhaul she was restored to her former glory and her early runs form the main part of this film. City of Truro is a tribute to the graceful Edwardian locomotive, at work on the railways of Great Britain, on both main and preserved lines between 1985 and 1992 after she was resorted to full working order by the Severn Valley Railway. After just over a quarter of a century s front line service, Princess Margret Rose was bought by Sir Billy Butlin as a children s amusement in a holiday camp. When the children tired of her she was rescued once again and restored to main line use by the members of the Princess Royal Class Locomotive Trust at Butterley in Derbyshire. This is her story- from Pwellhi to Paddington. Illustrated by evocative footage of the engine working on the British railway network in various guises, this programme traces the story from the time when the Flying Scotsman returned from Australia after achieving its most recent record the world s longest non-stop run behind steam up to its acquisition by the nation and the National Railway Museum in York.
As much as she was known for her kindness and the scandal that surrounded her marriage, Diana, Princess of Wales, was also known for her unerring sense of style that influenced a generation of women. When Prince William married Kate Middleton the inevitable style comparisons between the two royal brides were made. This programme takes a look back at the style of the ''people's princess'', the designers and magazine editors who helped her establish it. Spanning ten years, unique film footage from around the world shows the clothes worn by the Princess of Wales, whether at work, on official tours or at play on a sun-drenched Caribbean island. As one of the world's most photographed women this programme follows the style development of an extraordinary woman.
Gus ""The Great Dane"" Hansen talks about: bluffing strategies; starting hands to avoid; knowing your outs; calculating your odds; how to play the flop; turn and river. Learn the strategies for: playing multi-player pots; heads up; check raising; and when to limp in... In this DVD Gus brings your game to the next level and shows how he intimidates other players with aggressive play and championship strategies.
This remarkable portrait of Princess Diana examines her life following her divorce from Prince Charles. Drawing from unique sources this programme builds a picture of a beautiful and confident woman, assailed by personal doubts and uncertainties, but still achieving great good for her family, herself and the world she added so much to.
Own a piece of the King! This once in a lifetime DVD lets you experience the legacy of the immortal Elvis Presley as never before! Join 'Diamond Joe' Esposito Elvis' closest friend and trusted confidant of almost 20 years as he shares his most intimate memories and incredible stories of life with the King of Rock and Roll!
From the moment of her engagement to Prince Charles in 1981 until her untimely death in a car accident in 1997, Diana, Princess of Wales, was arguably the most famous woman in the world. Diana was an enigma: the most pre-eminent female celebrity of her generation, a fashion icon, an image of feminine beauty, but also a high-profile campaigner on AIDS issues and a committed opponent of landmines. During her lifetime, she was the most photographed person in the world, quickly becoming an iconic presence on the world stage.But although Diana, Princess of Wales, was noted for her pioneering charity work, her endeavours were sometimes overshadowed by her tempestuous and controversial marriage to Prince Charles. Her death in Paris on August 31st 1997 was one of the most shocking events of the 20th Century. To her admirers, the Princess of Wales was a role model; and after her death some called for her to be nominated for sainthood. But her detractors saw her short life in the goldfish bowl of the world's media as a cautionary tale of how an obsession with publicity can ultimately destroy an individual. On the fifteenth anniversary of her death, this new feature programme celebrates the life of Diana, Princess of Wales and draws uponpreviously unseen archive and new insights since her death to piece together a portrait of the most iconic woman of the twentieth century. With personal and insightful contributions from royal biographers and correspondents, Princess Diana: A Celebration is a timely retrospective of a unique woman and her impact on the world.
REVVING UP HISTORY! Most people in Las Vegas gambles with chips, but Danny 'The Count' Koker bets with cars. Known from his numerous appearances on Pawn Stars, this Sin City legend walks, talks and breathes classic American muscle cars. When he sees a car he wants, he will do whatever it takes to get his hands on it - including making on-the-spot cash offers to unsuspecting owners. On the HISTORY series COUNTING CARS, Danny and his team restore, customise and sell cars in a hurry, scrambling...
DVD:The famous Tiger tanks of the German Panzer forces were only available at the hard pressed front in modest quantities, but this tiny number forged a legend out of all proportion to its size. This fascinating programme plots the history of its conception and evolution against the background of World War Two tank development. Expert analysis is provided by tank and military historians David Fletcher and Professor John Erickson, and also includes new footage of surviving Tiger tanks.Book: Just before the German invasion of Russia in June 1941 Hitler ordered a heavy tank mounting an 88mm gun be built for the German Army. The need for this machine became urgent once it was discovered that the Red Army was fielding superior tanks in the form of the T-34 and KV-1. The Tiger I tank was created in 1942, the Wehrmacht's first armour capable of using the 88mm gun, preferring firepower over mobility. In 1944 it was followed by the even heavier Tiger II. In The Tiger Tank Story, Mark Healy details the development and exploits of the most famous tank ever built. With full design information, the history of its use in actions across Europe, and over 100 photographs and artworks, some previously unpublished, this book will appeal to both military enthusiasts and general readers alike. Mark Healy is the author of several books on World War II, including the best-selling Zitadelle:The German Offensive against the Kursk Salient 4-17 July 1943.
Although British Rail retired the last of its steam fleet in 1968 interest in steam engines has continued to grow. Without the efforts of Britain's many heritage steam lines the opportunity for families to savour the nostalgic atmosphere of a steam railway would have been lost many years ago.
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